Maintenance Mechanic at Novolex Corporate Downingtown, PA

Maintenance Mechanic – Downingtown, PA Compensation Includes Starting pay rate $28.93/hour Available Shift 3rd: 11:00pm - 7:00am Overview The Maintenance Mechanic A diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems associated with all equipment in a manufacturing environment. Directly responsible for installation, maintenance & repair of all equipment concerned with plant operation, services & buildings including storage & inventory of spare parts. Use basic hand and specialty tools for repair equipment in accordance with established safety procedures. Responsibilities Read blueprints & wiring diagrams for the installation & repair of equipment and the facility Examines mechanical equipment to diagnose trouble. Disassembles, repairs/replaces parts and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, etc. Develops simple types of experimental & operating equipment Cleans, lubricates & adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary Major electrical repairs including 3-phase, 440 & PLC, new installations of equipment, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances Uses precision measuring tools/devices, hand tools and testing instruments Inspects and tests electrical equipment, lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using testing instruments such as ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, or growler Replaces faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems Dismantles electrical transformers & lighting fixtures into position. Completes circuits according to specifications Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out Ensures electrical work conforms with requirements of local building and safety codes Requisitions new parts and equipment Maintains a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift Communicates problems encountered throughout the shift to the Plant Engineer Installs lighting fixtures and replaces bulbs and ballast Performs carpenter, plumbing, and painter related work Operates any equipment needed to perform job Performs other related duties to contribute to the success of the operation as assigned by supervision Repair parts that require minor machine work & welding. Uses gas & electric welding equipment Has operating knowledge of all production & service equipment Qualifications High School Degree or GED equivalent Previous related experience is mandatory Basic mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide multi‑digit numbers including fractions. Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight, measurement, and volume High degree of knowledge of equipment and aptitude for understanding mechanical systems through formal training and/or education Be able to perform repairs (including electrical). Uses and/or make special attachments when necessary Certified to operate forklift Trained in lock out/tag out procedures Must be able to read, write & understand basic English Able to communicate effectively, get along with coworkers & management and deal effectively & professionally under pressure Proficiencies Facilities Maintenance Experience Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills Single and Three Phase Power 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance Preventive Maintenance & Inspection Welding Setups for Production Maintenance and Repair Skills Industrial Electrical Experience Industrial Electrical Systems Machines & technologies you'll use Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Conveyor Systems Servo Motors #J-18808-Ljbffr